Glacier View, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glacier View, Alaska had a total population of 308, the 160th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $46,458, which is 50% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 50% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Glacier View Quick Facts
How Glacier View Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 209 | 308 | +47.4% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $46,458 | -9.4% |
| Median home value | $174,500 | $188,800 | +8.2% |
How Glacier View Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Glacier View Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knik-Fairview | 19,972 | $96,437 | 9.2% | $340,200 |
| North Lakes | 10,223 | $101,679 | 7.3% | $357,600 |
| Wasilla | 9,720 | $67,234 | 17.5% | $358,400 |
| Tanaina | 9,646 | $105,536 | 8.6% | $328,500 |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,689 | $81,699 | 14.1% | $323,100 |
| Gateway | 6,845 | $137,772 | 4.5% | $446,200 |
| Palmer | 6,268 | $72,201 | 13.0% | $294,900 |
| South Lakes | 6,180 | $98,141 | 7.6% | $377,500 |
| Fishhook | 5,819 | $111,375 | 9.2% | $416,300 |
| Butte | 4,085 | $101,042 | 6.7% | $374,600 |
Cities Similar to Glacier View
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russian Mission | 314 | $42,857 | $95,000 | 4.5% | 36.0% |
| Saxman | 324 | $51,250 | $305,900 | 4.6% | 16.4% |
| Chickaloon | 333 | $54,063 | N/A | 26.3% | 0.0% |
| Kasilof | 313 | $63,386 | $445,900 | 56.4% | 21.1% |
| Kongiganak | 316 | $64,583 | $133,300 | 1.3% | 20.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 308, Glacier View's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Glacier View is a small community located in Alaska, within Matanuska-Susitna Borough. The total population is 308. It ranks as the 160th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glacier View is 41.4 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glacier View is $46,458. This is 50% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Glacier View, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $188,800. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Glacier View has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The Asian population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.
Education
28.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 31.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glacier View, Alaska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alaska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 326 Census-designated places in Alaska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glacier View, Alaska?
Glacier View, Alaska has a population of 308 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glacier View, AK?
The median household income in Glacier View is $46,458, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glacier View, AK?
The poverty rate in Glacier View is 12.3%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glacier View, Alaska?
Glacier View's population is 85.7% White, 0.0% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glacier View, AK?
The median home value in Glacier View is $188,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Glacier View, Alaska?
28.6% of adults (25+) in Glacier View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.